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Why does Anne provide a brief sketch of her life?

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Even though she disliked doing so, Anne provides a brief sketch of her life since no one would understand a word of her musings if she were to jump right in.

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From the Diary of Anne Frank
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Chapter 4.1: From the Diary of Anne Frank - Exercise 3 [Page 51]

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Chapter 4.1 From the Diary of Anne Frank
Exercise 3 | Q 1 | Page 51

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